Frito-Lay

Created from two separate companies, Frito-Lay has become a household name and one of the largest snack food manufactures in North America. In 1932, two young entrepreneurs independently started two separate companies that were thousands of miles apart. The Frito Company had its start in Texas, and The H.W. Lay Company was formed in Tennessee. After both companies had success, Lay - which had been a potato chip manufacturer - accepted a franchise agreement to sell Frito products in Lay s territory. In September 1961 (29 years after the founding of both companies), the Frito Company and H.W. Lay Company merged to become Frito-Lay, one of the largest snack selling companies in the United States. Besides Fritos Corn Chips and Lay's Potato Chips, the company produces, markets and distributes products to grocers and a wide assortment of venders. Cracker Jack, Funyuns, Grandma s, Cheetos, Sun Chips and Doritos are produced by Frito-Lay. The location in Sylmar, Calif., is a production plant and distribution center for the company s products.

Frito-Lay, a division of PepsiCo, is committed to providing high-quality snack foods while championing sustainability through initiatives such as using 100% sustainably sourced corn and potatoes and responsible water use. Their diverse portfolio includes beloved brands like Tostitos, Doritos, and Lays, showcasing innovative products and recipes that cater to a wide range of consumer tastes. Driven by a purpose centered on creating food that matters for life’s moments, Frito-Lay emphasizes the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace through various employee resource groups. The company actively supports diversity and community involvement, ensuring that its products reflect the values of consumers across different backgrounds. Generated from the website